Fear

We know fear is more than an emotional reaction. When thoughts cloud our mind and take our rest we understand there's a supernatural power at work. Many Christians can quote from memory 2 Timothy 1:7, "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." (KJV).

But at the moment we are overwhelmed with anxious and troubling questions. We don't sense the power to bring fear under control or even a sound mind to think right. Satanic whispers seize the opportunity. "You are failure!" "Your not going to make it through this problem!"

Recently, in prayer I took this to the Lord. The source of fear and effect is so different for everyone. I looked back over my life to realize a lack of confidence in myself and in God created confusion. Confusion made me fearful of making choices because I was afraid to make the wrong one. But it went deeper still. I had little assurance God would act on my behalf though there are countless moments He did come through for me.

So I asked the Lord for full faith not this imperfect faith that must see some form of evidence to fully trust Him.

Friends, the best antidote to fear is go to the Scriptures and begin to read aloud Psalms of worship. Then begin to worship. Fear is like an inverted tornado that will try to pull you into a dark place and immobilize you. Worship is God centered and expansive. When we fix our eyes on Him the power of fear cannot hold us.

Also, I've learned to quote Scripture differently (not lightly). I declare aloud to spiritual powers using the words "It is written" then quote the Scripture. This is what Jesus did in the wilderness when tempted by the devil. We understand faith comes from hearing the word of God (Romans 10:17) and this is the source of our confidence.

The more we hear His word faith is strengthen and fears lose their hold on us.